Terrica Lynn Smith, founder of Terrica Lynn Smith Enterprises, a company that specializes in developing communities, investing in apartment complexes, single family residents and mid-rise investments, is a vibrant, strong, and prestigious real estate developer from New Orleans, La. She doesn’t have your typical rags to riches story. Everyone has their own struggles, doubts, and pitfalls in life, but what you choose to do with them determines your level of success. Being a ward of the state at an early age and having to overcome the lies, physical abuse, verbal abuse, sexual abuse, abandonment, and pain endured as a child is only the beginning of Terrica Lynn Smith’s story. You are not going to want to miss this interview!

Paula White-Cain is the president of Paula White Ministries, the Senior Pastor of City of Destiny Church and hosts the Christian television program Paula Today. Paula is a renowned life coach, bestselling author, and highly sought-after motivational speaker. Her commitment to humanity is felt worldwide as she reaches out through numerous charities and compassion ministries, fulfilling her mission and call to transform lives, heal hearts, and win souls. Her new book is "The Power Of Your Thoughts" and today she dives into why it is imperative to think about what we’re thinking about.

• In this episode, Hannah Keeley and Phil Cooke discuss the importance of taking action, showing up, and serving with excellence in whatever capacity you're in.
• Hannah introduces Phil Cooke as someone with a passion for using media to share the gospel message and making a difference in the world.

1. Discovering Passion and Calling

   • Phil shares how he discovered his passion for media production and storytelling from a young age, leading him to pursue it as a career.
   • Hannah emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's calling and taking steps to fulfill it, even if it means starting small.

2. Taking Action and Showing Up

   • Phil talks about the value of taking action and not waiting for opportunities to come but creating them by showing up and doing the work.
   • Hannah shares personal experiences of starting small and gradually building momentum by consistently showing up and serving with excellence.

3. Humility and Excellence

   • Both speakers emphasize the role of humility in serving others and the importance of maintaining a high standard of excellence in whatever tasks or roles one undertakes.
   • They discuss how humility and excellence go hand in hand, reflecting God's character and bringing positive impact to those around them.

4. Trusting God's Timing and Guidance

   • Phil and Hannah share stories of how God's timing and guidance have played a crucial role in their journeys, from unexpected opportunities to divine connections.
   • They encourage listeners to trust in God's plan, take action with faith, and not be discouraged by setbacks or challenges along the way.

Key Takeaways:

• Don't wait for perfect conditions or big opportunities; start small, take action, and show up with excellence.
• Humility is key in serving others and reflecting God's character in everything you do.
• Trust God's timing and guidance, knowing that every step taken in faith leads to growth and impact.

Conclusion:

• Hannah and Phil conclude by encouraging listeners to stop waiting and start showing up in their respective callings, trusting that God will open doors and guide them along the way.

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